Get ready for winter festivities: Galena’s annual Winter Carnival is returning in just a week! The four-day celebration will be happening over the President’s Day weekend, featuring a lineup of all things snow, ice, and frost—indoor and outdoor, might we add. Guests of all ages can look forward to an array of winter activities, including spectacular Fire and Ice shows, ice turkey bowling, cozy s’mores by the fire, hayrack wagon rides, and much more.
What are some of the activities happening at Winter Carnival?
- Sasquatch Shuffle, a 2K Snowshoe Run/Walk
- Mini Olympics: Nordic Center Simulator, Drive and Chipcontest, Turkey Bowling Contest
- Fire & Ice Balloon Glow
- Tractor Wagon Rides, Hayrides, and Trail Rides at Shenandoah Riding Center
- Sledding Hill and Ice Skating Rink at The General Golf Course
- Bonfires and S’mores
- Fire & Ice Eating Contest
- Ice Carving Demonstrations by Chef Randy Hoppman
- Hand Carved Ice Bar and Marshmallow Shots
- Ice Princess, Meet & Greet with Princesses and Royal Remembrance Breakfast
- Rockin Reptiles & Amphibians, presented by the National Mississippi Museum
- Birds of Prey presented by Northern Illinois Raptor Rehab & Education (Falcon’s, Owls, and Hawks)
- Magician David Cases and Ron the Caricature Artist
- Indoor Playland, Movies & Tubies, and more
Where is the Winter Carnival taking place?
The Winter Carnival will be held at Eagle Ridge’s Nordic Center from Friday, February 14 – to Monday, February 17, 2025.
Guests can enjoy various resort perks, including an indoor golf simulator by Trackman. Additionally, a wide range of products and services will be available, such as winter apparel for purchase and equipment rentals for various outdoor activities, including snowshoeing, ice skating, sledding, ice fishing, and more.
A complimentary shuttle to Chestnut Mountain will be available daily to Eagle Ridge’s guests. A Winter Carnival Weekend Special package featuring 50% off of the 3rd night can be booked here.